Eritrea’s War On Free Press

In Eritrea, press freedom is almost non-existent. Since 2001, the government has shut down all private newspapers and arrested many journalists, writers, and poets without trial. At least 12 are still in prison, making them the longest-detained journalists in the world. The government, led by President Isaias Afwerki, controls all media and punishes those who [...]

Somalia Begins Mass Roundups to Enforce Voter Registration Amid Controversial Election

Somalia: The Somali government has escalated its aggressive efforts to register voters for a disputed unilateral election, forcibly detaining civilians at bus stations, markets, and public areas in the capital. This has sparked widespread outrage, with videos of destroyed voter IDs being shared on social media as a form of protest. Previously, authorities closed schools [...]

ICE Reports Hazardous Working Conditions in Djibouti Amid Questions Over Presence

Djibouti: Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers are working in hazardous conditions while overseeing migrants at a military base in Djibouti. The government aimed to deport a group of migrants to conflict-ridden South Sudan, but U.S. District Judge Brian Murphy instructed the government to allow them the opportunity to properly contest their deportations. The judge did [...]

UN Urged To Investigate Eritrea’s Rights Abuses

In May 2025, the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), along with 31 other organizations, urged the United Nations Human Rights Council to renew the mandate of the Special Rapporteur on Eritrea. This call highlights ongoing human rights violations in the country, including the arbitrary detention of journalists, severe media restrictions, and enforced disappearances. Eritrea remains [...]

Al-Shabaab Captures Key Somali Town Following AU Troop Withdrawal

Somalia: The African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) acknowledged the withdrawal, explaining that increasing water levels necessitated the evacuation. A helicopter participating in the mission crashed near the town due to a mechanical issue, but all crew members were successfully rescued and taken to a nearby military base. Militants claimed they had [...]

Mongolia PM expected to call vote of confidence in the face of protests

Mongolia, a nation rich in minerals, is facing a critical moment as its prime minister is anticipated to request a vote of confidence in his leadership. This comes in response to claims that allegations regarding his son's extravagant lifestyle are being used to steer the country back toward authoritarianism. Since 1992, Mongolia has maintained a [...]

Former Somali president Accuses Govt of Oppressing Mogadishu Residents and Silencing Media

Somalia: Former Somali President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has accused the federal government of suppressing the people of Mogadishu after security forces detained a group of journalists along with citizens they were interviewing on the street. He condemned the administration for limiting press freedom and targeting journalists, claiming that the government fears public opinion and restricts [...]

Eritrea Marks 34 Years of Independence with Calls for Unity

Eritrea's 34th Independence Day on 24th May 2025 was commemorated with the theme "Our Cohesion: Our Armour" as an affirmation of the country's cohesion and strength. The celebrations lasted for a week, which included colorful parades, concerts, art shows, and cultural performances across the country. In the capital city of Asmara, roads were decorated with [...]

Human Rights Abuses In Eritrea

Eritrea has long been criticized for systematic human rights abuses. Citizens live under the constant threat of arbitrary detention, torture, and forced labor. Political opponents, journalists, and those accused of dissent often disappear without trial. The legal system is largely nonfunctional, and many are held in isolated, harsh prison conditions. Recruits in national service report [...]

Forced Military Recruitment In Eritrea

Eritrea’s national service program amounts to indefinite forced military or civil labor. All citizens aged 18 to 40 are required to undergo military training at the Sawa camp, followed by what is meant to be 18 months of service. In reality, many serve indefinitely, often for years or even decades, without pay or freedom to [...]

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